UK Minister Urges Screen Sector Shift: From Freelance Reliance to Full Time Employment

UK Minister Urges Screen Sector Shift: From Freelance Reliance to Full-Time Employment

London, UK – The UK creative industries minister, Chris Bryant, has signaled a governmental desire for a significant structural shift within the nation’s film and television sectors, advocating for a reduction in the reliance on freelance workers in favor of more full-time employment. The minister articulated this view during a session of the cross-party culture,…

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Parents For Future UK Endorses Fossil Fuel Ad Ban Ahead of July 7th Parliament Debate

Parents For Future UK Endorses Fossil Fuel Ad Ban Ahead of July 7th Parliament Debate

Parents For Future UK, a significant grassroots climate organisation comprising thousands of parents, has publicly declared its strong support for a proposed UK-wide ban on fossil fuel advertising. This endorsement comes as the proposed ban is scheduled for debate in the UK Parliament today, July 7th. The organisation highlights the importance of this measure as…

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Netflix UK: July 2025 Premieres Unveiled From 7/7 Documentary to Comedy Sequels

Netflix UK: July 2025 Premieres Unveiled – From 7/7 Documentary to Comedy Sequels

London, UK – Netflix UK is poised to deliver a diverse and compelling slate of new programming in July 2025, offering subscribers a mix of gripping documentaries, highly anticipated series, and feature films. The month’s releases span a wide array of genres, promising content for nearly every taste. Examining a Defining Moment: “Attack On London:…

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UK Government Rejects 5% Streaming Levy on Netflix, Disney+ Revenue

UK Government Rejects 5% Streaming Levy on Netflix, Disney+ Revenue

The United Kingdom government has formally rejected a proposal to impose a 5% levy on the local revenues of major streaming services, including Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video. The recommendation, put forward by Britain’s Culture, Media and Sport Committee, aimed to establish a dedicated cultural fund to bolster domestic high-end television production. The government’s response,…

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UK Government Rejects Proposed Streaming Service Tax Amid Industry Contribution Debate

UK Government Rejects Proposed Streaming Service Tax Amid Industry Contribution Debate

LONDON — The United Kingdom government has formally rejected a proposal to impose a 5% levy on the domestic subscriber revenues of major streaming services. The decision, outlined in the government’s official response published on July 3, 2025, dismisses a key recommendation put forward by the House of Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee. The…

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UK Government Rejects Proposed 5% Levy on Streaming Giants, Citing Economic Benefits

UK Government Rejects Proposed 5% Levy on Streaming Giants, Citing Economic Benefits

London, UK – The United Kingdom government has formally ruled out imposing a proposed 5% levy on the UK subscriber revenues of major streaming services. The decision, detailed in the government’s official response published today, July 3, 2025, signals a different approach to supporting the domestic film and high-end television production sector than that advocated…

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Action Comedy 'Heads of State' Starring Idris Elba and John Cena Debuts on Prime Video

Action-Comedy ‘Heads of State’ Starring Idris Elba and John Cena Debuts on Prime Video

London, UK – A new high-stakes action-comedy, “Heads of State,” featuring an unlikely pairing of international stars, premiered globally on Prime Video today, Wednesday, July 2nd. The film brings together British actor Idris Elba and American actor John Cena in leading roles, portraying vastly different heads of government thrust into a perilous global conspiracy. Global…

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Netflix Unveils Major July 2025 Slate: 'Oppenheimer,' 'Happy Gilmore' Sequel, Lena Dunham Series, and True Crime Focus

Netflix Unveils Major July 2025 Slate: ‘Oppenheimer,’ ‘Happy Gilmore’ Sequel, Lena Dunham Series, and True Crime Focus

London, UK – Netflix is preparing to augment its content library with a significant number of titles in July 2025, offering subscribers a diverse array of films and series spanning multiple genres. The upcoming slate features notable cinematic additions, including the streaming debut of a recent Best Picture winner, highly anticipated sequels to popular films,…

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